LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Tickets are officially on sale for the fifth annual Jackson T. Stephens Cup, a premier collegiate golf tournament. The event will take place September 15–17, 2025, at Shoreacres in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Volunteer registration is also open.
The tournament honors the late Jackson T. Stephens, former Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and a lifelong supporter of golf. The Stephens Cup continues his legacy of sportsmanship and excellence. It offers NCAA’s top college golf programs a national stage at one of the country’s most prestigious venues.
Top NCAA Golf Teams to Compete
The 2025 event will showcase elite NCAA Division I teams. It will also include standout individual players from U.S. Service Academies and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The women’s field features the 2025 NCAA Champion University of Northwestern, runner-up Stanford University, and third-place University of Oregon.
Men’s Teams:
University of Arizona
Louisiana State University
University of North Carolina
Northwestern University
Southern Methodist University
University of Texas
Women’s Teams:
Northwestern University
University of Oregon
University of South Carolina
Stanford University
University of Texas
Wake Forest University
Ticket Information
Fans can buy daily grounds passes (Monday through Wednesday), week-long passes, and VIP hospitality packages. All tickets include access to general parking. Children under 17 get free admission when accompanied by a ticketed adult.
Volunteer Opportunities
Local community members are encouraged to volunteer. Volunteers will receive exclusive behind-the-scenes access, special perks, and the chance to help bring this nationally televised tournament to life.
2025 Tournament Schedule
Sunday, September 14: Official Practice Round (morning) & Collegiate-Am Event (afternoon)
Monday, September 15: Stroke Play (36 holes)
Tuesday, September 16: Stroke Play (18 holes)
Wednesday, September 17: Match Play Final Round by seed
The tournament will be broadcast live on GOLF Channel, showcasing the future stars of golf while honoring Jackson T. Stephens’ vision.
